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Hobo Trail Runs

Cherry Valley, United States • 12-14 Sep 2025

The Hobo Trail Runs, hosted by Rockford Road Runners, take place at Rock Cut State Park in Rockford, Illinois. This annual event offers multiple trail running distances including 10k, 25k, and 50k races, with options to participate in single races or the challenging Triple Crown series (85k total) or a "Lite" version (60k total). A unique feature is the Friday evening 10k night trail run, requiring runners to use headlamps or flashlights on marked trails. The 25k and 50k courses start and finish at the Red Oak picnic area, with the 50k consisting of two loops of the 25k course. Awards include Hobo Railroad Spike trophies for overall and age group winners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Illinois Cherry Valley

Race information

Registration
85 km
Triple Crown 85k (10k/25k/50k Combined)
60 km
Triple Crown "lite" 60k (10k/25k/25k Combined)
50 km
50k Trail Run
25 km
25k Trail Run
10 km
10k Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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